Scripture: Did Jesus Dismiss the Ten Commandments? No—He Summed Them Up.

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Deuteronomy 5:33 KJV
“Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess.”  Psalms 119:11 KJV:  “Thy word have I hidden in mine heart: that I might not sin against thee.”

The Ten Commandments were given to Moses on Mt. Sinai.  He wrote the commandments himself on a tablet-rock. (Old Testament).  When Jesus walked the earth,  He did not dismiss the commandments.  He fulfilled them and summed them up in perfect love—love for God and love for people.

When we love God first and love others well, we naturally honor the Ten Commandments from the heart.  Jesus also tied love to obedience: “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” (John 14:15 KJV). The apostles taught the same truth. Paul wrote that love is the fulfilling of the law (Romans 13:8–10). John said, “This is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.” (1 John 5:3). James called

When asked about the greatest commandment, Jesus summed up the whole law in two clear parts:

1. Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, might and strength.

2. Love your neighbor as yourself.
   Then He said, “On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.” (Matthew 22:37–40).

History of the Ten Commandments:  Moses led Israel to Mount Sinai. God came down on the mountain with thunder, lightning, and a cloud, and the people stood at the base in awe (Exodus 19). God called Moses up the mountain to meet with Him. There, God gave His law—the Ten Commandments—teaching the people to love and honor God and to treat others right (Exodus 20:1–17 KJV). God wrote these words on two stone tablets with His “finger” (Exodus 31:18).  Mount Sinai, also known as Mount Horeb, is a mountain range located in the southern Sinai Peninsula in Egypt.

After being in the Mountains 40 Days and 40 Nights, the people thought Moses was not coming back so they had Aaron to make them a Gold Calf and they worship it as God.  That is idolatery.  God said they make things with their own hands and call it a God.   When Moses returned from the Mountain, he saw the idolatery and false worship and crashed the tablets out of anger. 

God told Moses anyone over 21 years old would not cross over to the promise land. Moses did not cross over.  However, in the New Testament, He reappears from Heaven with Abraham to Jesus and before the disciples.  

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The Ten Commandments fit under these two loves: the first four teach us how to love God; the last six teach us how to love people.

1. 1. 1. No other gods (Exodus 20:1-3 KJV)
         Meaning: Put God first. You love God with all your heart, mind, and soul
         Real life: You do not put anything or anyone before God.
         Bible: Elijah stood for God against Baal (1 Kings 18 KJV).

      2. No idols (Exodus 20:4–6 KJV)
         Meaning: Do not worship things.
         Real life: Dead people, live people, Man made things, items-status, demons .
         Bible: Israel’s golden calf brought trouble. The symbol was made by hand to worship (Exodus 32 KJV).

      3. Do not take God’s name in vain (Exodus 20:7 KJV)
         Meaning: Speak God’s name with honor.
         Real life: You stop using “God” as a joke or slain. It is Holy 
         Bible: “Hallowed be thy name” models respect (Matthew 6:9 KJV).

      4. Remember the sabbath day (Exodus 20:8–11 KJV)
         Meaning: Set a day to rest and worship.  Last day of a workweek. 
         Real life: You pause work, attend church, and recharge.
         Bible: Jesus worshiped on the sabbath and did good (Luke 4:16; Mark 3:1–5).

      5. Honor your father and mother (Exodus 20:12)
         Meaning: Show respect and care. Take care of them. Listen to their advice.
         Real life: You call your parents, help with tasks, pay some bills and listen.
         Bible: Jesus honored Mary at the cross. Asked a disciple to take care of her. (John 19:26–27 KJV).  

      6. Do not kill (Exodus 20:13 KJV)
         Meaning: Protect life; reject hate. When you kill you face judgement of condemnation. It is up to God.
         Real life: Do not seek revenge and draw blood. 
         Bible: David spared Saul’s life (1 Samuel 24 KJV).  Cain and Able.  

      7. Do not commit adultery (Exodus 20:14 KJV)
         Meaning: Be faithful in marriage and pure in heart.
         Real life: Avoid sex outside of marriage creating  unclean soul ties.
         Bible: Joseph fled temptation (Genesis 39:7–12 KJV).  

      8. Do not steal (Exodus 20:15 KJV)
         

         Meaning: Do not take what is not yours.
         Real life: Do not rob people.  legally or illegally- It may be lawful but not morally correct.
         Bible: Zacchaeus repaid what he took (Luke 19:8–9)
         Do not bear false witness (Exodus 20:16 KJV).

      9. Meaning: Tell the truth; do not slander.
         Real life: You refuse to spread a hurtful rumor or be a lying witness. 
         Bible: Daniel’s foes lied; God cleared him (Daniel 6 KJV).  

      10. Do not covet (Exodus 20:17 KJV)
          Meaning: Be content; don’t crave what others have.
          Real life: You thank God for your own path. Don’t steal houses, inheritances, spouses or promotions.
          Bible: Ahab coveted Naboth’s vineyard and paid a price (1 Kings 21).

Remember: Love for God shapes the first four commands. Love for people guides the last six. Ask the Lord daily for a clean heart and a loving walk (Psalm 51:10; Micah 6:8).

Reflection: Which command do you need help living out in love today? Ask the Lord for grace and strength (James 1:5 KJV).

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